Duration
14 days
Departs
Istanbul
Ends
Istanbul
Style
Cultural
A 14-day tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Konya, and Ephesus, featuring ancient underground cities, hot air balloon rides, and Seljuk ruins.
Itinerary
- Cappadocia — 4 nights
- Konya — 1 night
- Şirince — 2 nights
- Istanbul — 5 nights
Places you'll see
Güzelyurt · Beyşehir · Edirne · Selçuk · Priene · Miletus · Didyma
Highlights
- Visit ancient underground cities and fairy chimneys in Cappadocia
- Ride a hot air balloon over Cappadocia's valleys at dawn
- Explore the Seljuk sights and Mevlana Museum in Konya
- Walk through the ruins of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities
- Sail up the Bosphorus and see Istanbul's European shore
- Discover Byzantine mosaics at the Chora Church in Istanbul
Good to know
- Save Istanbul for the end of your trip to avoid extra airport transfers and hauling shopping.
- Domestic flights have lower baggage allowances than international flights; overweight fees may apply.
- Some museums and sites have closed days; itineraries can be adjusted accordingly.